Rahj and Preston of The Final Word podcast talked about their meeting with TJ McConnell at PetsMart and discussed the Indiana Pacers' current struggles as they are out of the playoffs and can only look forward to the draft and summer league. However, the hosts noted the positive returns of Bennedict Matherin and Andrew Nemhard. They also discussed the upcoming Fan Appreciation Night. Another conversation discussed the impact of Sabonis on the Kings and how they would fare without him. Finally, there was a discussion about the performance of the team and the potential for load management of the players.

In this episode, Rahj and his dad discuss the Pacers' chances of making the playoffs, the possibility of shutting down key players, and the future of George Hill. They also discuss the specific players, such as Daniel Tyce and Chris Duarte, who may not be on the team next year. Duarte has been inconsistent and has had his ups and downs, while Nimhard and MatherIn have been producing well and could potentially take his place. The Pacers want to create a team that is improved and well-matched, and this could mean making changes to the current roster.

Myles Turner finally gets revenge on Gianni's and the Milwaukee Bucks as he shows them that he has superstar level talent as well. Listen to Rahj and Preston talk about what the Pacers can do to keep up this momentum and establish a winning culture once more and again in the Pacers locker room.

Rahj and Preston, the hosts of The Final Word, discussed the recent win by the Indiana Pacers against the Detroit Pistons, despite the Pacers missing several key players. They then discussed the recent incident involving Fred VanVleet of the Toronto Raptors and the referee, Ben Taylor. VanVleet had a dispute with Taylor and went off on him on national TV, which has never been done before. The hosts discussed the implications of this incident and how it could affect the NBA going forward.  Fred VanVleet recently commented on the referees and their behavior during games, expressing that he believed some of them were taking out their personal frustrations on the players. Preston and the speaker both agreed with VanVleet's opinion that referees have been showing favoritism and not making the calls fairly. They also agreed that fans come to watch the players, not the referees, and that the referees are interfering with the game play and taking away from the entertainment. The speaker concluded that the referees have been making it harder for the players to play their game and should focus on making calls based on the situation and not the players involved.  The conversation focused on the favoritism that often takes place in the NBA. Tyler Hallberg mentioned that he didn't get the call he should have at the end of the Rockets game, even though he was fouled. This sparked discussion on how there shouldn't be any favoritism when it comes to calling fouls, regardless of how well a player has played throughout the game. It was also mentioned that Ben Taylor seems to have had many run ins with Fred VanVleet, and he feels like it is personal. Overall, the conversation focused on the unfairness of favoritism in the NBA, and how it should not be taken into consideration when calling fouls.  Preston and the interviewer are discussing what can be done to make referees more accountable for their decisions and ensure that bad calls are not made. They suggest hiring more referees and holding each other accountable. They also suggest that coaches should be held more accountable for challenging plays and the referees should explain their calls more thoroughly. They suggest a head referee to review all plays and that referees should be interviewed after games in order to make them more accountable for their decisions. Ultimately, the goal is to make sure that the referees make correct calls and that no one goes away feeling cheated.

In this podcast episode of The Final Word, hosts Raj and Preston discuss the Indiana Pacers' current position in the NBA playoff race with only 15 games left in the season. They debate whether the Pacers should try to make the play-in tournament or focus on the draft. Preston believes the team should not give up and try to make the playoffs, while Raj thinks they could surprise whoever plays them in the first round. They also discuss the team's recent games, their successes, and challenges, including the need to bring the same intensity when playing weaker teams. With seven road games ahead, the Pacers will face a tough challenge in securing a spot in the playoffs.

Welcome to the Final Word Pacers Podcast, where we dive deep into everything Pacers basketball. In this episode, we're breaking down the high-scoring thriller between the Pacers and the Philadelphia 76ers, which unfortunately ended in a loss for Indiana.

Joel Embiid was on fire, scoring his 11th 40-point game of the year, but did the referees show favoritism towards him? And was Myles Turner's sixth foul really warranted? We discuss the questionable calls and what impact they had on the game.

Despite the loss, the Pacers put up a good fight, but what could they have done differently to come out on top? We analyze their performance and look at the missed opportunities that could have changed the outcome.

We also can't forget about the controversial technical foul call on the Pacers bench! We weigh in on the decision and whether it was justified.

Join us for this in-depth analysis of the Pacers' latest game, only on the Final Word Pacers Podcast.

Welcome to the Final Word Pacers podcast! In this episode, hosts Rahj and Preston are discussing the idea of constructing a fantasy team for the Pacers consisting of Damian Lillard, Kevin Durant, and Paul George.

The hosts delve into the strengths and weaknesses of each player, and how they would fit into the Pacers' current lineup. They also discuss how just having one of these superstar players on the team could positively impact the season, both on and off the court.

Throughout the episode, Rahj and Preston analyze the potential chemistry between the players and how their individual skill sets could complement each other. They also consider the potential challenges the team may face, including the adjustment period and the impact on team culture.

Whether you're a die-hard Pacers fan or just a fantasy basketball enthusiast, this episode is sure to provide valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions. Tune in to the Final Word Pacers podcast to hear Rahj and Preston's take on constructing the ultimate fantasy team for the Pacers!